I made an effort to use up things in my cabinets that were
almost done or at least halfway, and truth be told I am really pleased with
myself for using up as much as I have. I’ve split them into categories, I hope
you enjoy the mini reviews!
Shower
Garnier Anti-dandruff Sensitive Shampoo I have a feeling
that they have discontinued this ‘sensitive’ option from the anti-dandruff
range, which is a shame as it is the one that works best for me. Doesn’t dry my
hair out, and keeps my scalp happy.
Lush Sugar Scrub I must admit that I am not a lover of this
Lush product. I didn’t get to use it very much before it turned to mush
(despite being kept out of water) and though it left my skin soft, the loose
form of it was a bit of a pain and I found it a bit too rough for me.
Botani Spirulina Salt Scrub* This is one of my very
favourite scrubs, I love the zesty scent and the way it feels sticky and
sloughs off skin well. I rationed this tub out for as long as I could, but am
glad it is gone now and I can head out and buy a new one from Priceline (once I’ve used up
some other scrubs I have lying around!)
L’Occitane Shower Gel in Captivant* This unisex scent was
really lovely to use, the bottle is pleasing to the eye and the gel itself was
soft and didn’t dry out my skin. L’Occitane shower products are quite pricey
and make nice gifts, but I will be trying out their shower oils next time for
something new!
Imperial Leather Foamburst in Summer Zest (Mandarin,
Lemon & Ylang Ylang) I quite like the creamy foam that this turns into, and
the scent range is all really lovely. For some reason I didn’t quite fall in love
with this, though Chris seemed to really enjoy it.
Gillette Satin Care Wild Berry Shave Gel This was a
super sweet can of shaving gel, and I found the scent to be quite artificial
but enjoyable nevertheless. I think I will try a shave cream next, just to get
some more moisture into my legs.
The Body Shop Satsuma Shower Gel This. Was. Amazing.
My MIL brought this back from Thailand with her and wasn’t a fan of the scent
so gifted it to me. I used up most of this while in Sydney, and am sad to say
that this amazing scent is no longer available =( If and when I see it again, I’m
stocking up!
Clear Conditioner I was intrigued and tried this
purely because Miranda Kerr fronts the brand, and has awesome hair. This feels
very similar to Pantene and Sunsilk conditioners to me, and I found it didn’t
nourish my hair very much. These sample sizes are $1 at Coles, lovely to try
out new things
without a lot of commitment!
SPRAYS
Rexona Girl Tropical Energy Deodorant This pops up in
empties all the time, it is my favourite deodorant and I have a stockpile in my
cabinet because I pick up a few cans every time they are on sale. I am going to
buy the Rexona Clinical Protection deodorant soon, now that the weather is
warming up.
The Body Shop Berry Luscious Body Spray In an effort
to use this, it functioned as a lovely room spray throughout the house. My
sister kept asking what smelt so good, but wasn’t happy when I told her this
was no longer available!
Impulse City Collection ‘New York’ Body Mist This was
also used as a room spray, and was ironic as my parents were IN New York as I
sprayed this here in Australia. Nice scent, but nothing I’d rush out to buy
again.
MAKEUP
Australis Duet Palette This contains a row of shadows
under a row of lipglosses. Most of the shadows are smashed to smithereens, and
I despise glosses in pan form, so I am tossing this.
Calvin Klein Lipgloss in Taffy This gorgeous pale
pink shade came free with a Strawberrynet order, but was obviously old stock as
it has ‘turned’ already. Smells awful, so out it goes.
Lancome Hypnose Doll Eyes mascara sample I loved this
mascara, it smells strongly of roses and I love the tapered tip of the wand. I
used this up a long time ago but recently stumbled across it in a makeup bag,
so am tossing it. I am hoping to get a full size of this for Christmas, as a
‘mascara’ splurge.
FACE
Beauty Care Co Makeup Remover Pads El cheapo from
Kmart, I prefer the Priceline branded rounds as these fall apart quite easily.
Lush Mint Julips Lip Scrub Minty and yum, this sugar
based scrub worked a treat for my flaky dehydrated lips. Chris always asks why
I can’t just use my toothbrush like he does, but I think he is just jealous of
my sugar hit.
Taut Collagen Orange Drink This concept freaks people
out a little, a drink which is supposed to stimulate collagen production which
contains shark cartilage. Tastes like yummy orange medicine, but the benefits
are unproven for me and I won’t repurchase. This came in a sample subscription
box.
L’Oreal Youth Code day cream I was using this way
before I was heavily obsessed with makeup and beauty, and I loved the thick but
light texture of it. Very hydrating, and I think I would repurchase again and
maybe use as a night cream. Very old and pretty much empty, this had to go.
My Beauty Diary Hyaluronic Acid facial sheet masks These
come in packs of 2 and I stock up when we visit Thailand. Obsessed with
learning about hyaluronic acid lately, I loved getting a shot of hydration with
these super soaked facial sheets.
Garnier Clean Sensitive Gentle Eye Makeup Remover
Have already shared my thoughts on this
here but suffice to say I will
not be repurchasing.
SAMPLES
Clinique Superbalanced Foundation To be honest I used
this once and forgot to go back for the rest, so can’t comment on the actual
product. I like that the sample was in a light shade, however.
Kiehls Clearly Corrective White, Clarity-Activating Toner
I was only able to get 3 uses from this sachet, but the idea itself is
intriguing and I’d like to pick up a bottle to try it out. I have a comparison
post coming up on Kiehls toners.
Kio Kio Frangipani & Puriri / Pacific Tiare and Ti
Kauka Body Lotions I have a full post coming up on these, but I really
enjoyed the scents and got a few uses from these sachets.
L’Oreal Ever Pure Rosemary Mint Conditioner*
Absolutely loved the smell of this, and am trying hard to work through some
other conditioners before I run out to buy a full size. Luckily I found a few
more samples of it in my stash, so can indulge until I can justify a big tube.
Phew, that is a lot of empties.
How many products did you finish off this month?
*Marked items were provided for consideration. Honesty, always.
